FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (March 17, 2015)—From 2005 to 2007, Allied Steel Buildings was proud to sponsor the Bill Davis Racing Team of NASCAR. The endeavor was one that would be discussed for years around the office as a memorable experience for the Allied team.
NASCAR executive Bob Duvall recalled the sponsorship and chose to work with Allied from the beginning on a recently completed personal building project. He had an idea in his head of exactly what he needed. However, having an Allied representative visit in person was paramount to finding the right building solution. Allied Steel Buildings’ Vice President Benjamin Meister met with Duvall in Daytona Beach to take him on a tour a few other local projects in various stages of construction. Duvall eventually purchased a 22-acre parcel in Volusia County, with ample room to complete his vision.
Duvall chose steel in part to the strength, durability and price. He went through a number of design variations until settling on the perfect one. With his Allied Steel Building, he was able to go larger than initially considered, a decision that his friend advised, “build as big as you can afford on the front end.” The 50’x130’x12’ metal building with a 4:12 roof pitch and 2,800 square feet of living space will eventually become an in-law suite. A combination of spray foam and batt insulation allowed Duvall to obtain the R-value of 33, so the building is remarkably energy-efficient. Duvall exclusively utilized LED lighting for the entire property. A 2’0” roof overhang around the perimeter of the building adds a residential aspect to the design. Additionally, Duvall had the builder fabricate a canopy of wood, located at the front end of the structure.
Duvall worked with Allied Steel Buildings’ project manager, Wesley Jones, to obtain the extra material to match the canopy to the rest of the building, that order included additional roof panel, eave trim, gutters and fascia. During the entire process from vision to completion, Duvall dealt with Meister and Jones.
“For Allied Steel Buildings, it’s the ability for our entire team to work together [that makes it worth it], starting with the initial project manager who oversees all aspects of the design, directly working with the engineers, to ensure the client receives the best building and service,” Meister.
Duvall said he doesn't regret going with Allied Steel Buildings. Phase two of Bob’s project is slated to begin in the next few years - building a prefabricated two-story home with a mezzanine and exterior façade, which he plans to work on with Meister and Jones in the near future.
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